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REJECTED FOR MY CURVES: Married to the Billionaire
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00:00If Sister Vivian always said you only live once, don't ever deprive your stomach.
00:04She smiled and pushed cheeseburgers, fried chicken, and donuts toward me, comforting me.
00:09A girl's happiness comes first. Don't let your body shape control you.
00:13But she only drank black coffee and ate salads without dressing.
00:16She trained posture every morning and perfected every smile in the mirror late at night.
00:21At my 18th coming-of-age gala, the socialites mocked me for being fat as a pig.
00:26But Vivian danced in a gown, stunning everyone with her slim waist and long legs.
00:31My fiancée, Kieran Sterling, cancelled our engagement on the spot, then proposed to Vivian instead.
00:36I raised my glass to them through tears and walked away without looking back.
00:41Six months later, the richest family, the Valeriuses, hosted a charity gala.
00:45Vivian got an invitation as the Sterling group's future daughter-in-law.
00:49Yet she immediately spotted me beside Cassian Valerius, head of the Valerius group.
00:53A wealthy lady nudged her arm.
00:55Why are you just standing there? That's Mr. Valerius's fiancée. Go greet her.
00:59Nora Ashford, can you stop eating? You look like a fat pig.
01:05Tonight is your coming-of-age gala, not a pig-feeding show.
01:09Do you have to embarrass me in front of everyone?
01:13Kieran finally couldn't take it anymore.
01:15I'd snap too. Having a fiancée like that would embarrass the Sterlings.
01:19Her dress is about to burst. How dare the Ashford's let her come out?
01:24She's still eating. She has zero self-awareness.
01:26I looked down at the cream puff in my hand. It was pretty sweet.
01:30Too bad someone's foul mouth ruined my appetite.
01:33I stayed silent, and Kieran's face darkened even more.
01:36Nora, did you hear me?
01:38I swallowed the last bite slowly.
01:41Just as I was about to speak, Vivian came running over, gathering up her silver gown.
01:46She stood in front of me, her eyes turning red in an instant.
01:49Kieran, don't talk to Nora like that.
01:51She's bad-tempered, out of shape, stubborn, selfish, and petty.
01:55But she's still your fiancée. Won't be able to handle, called fat.
02:00I looked at her and almost laughed out loud.
02:03What a way with words.
02:04One plea, and she made me seem bad-tempered, out of shape, and overly sensitive.
02:09Vivian, you are too kind. She doesn't deserve your defense.
02:13No. Nora was just spoiled growing up.
02:16She eats whatever she wants, throws tantrums.
02:19No one could ever control her.
02:21Unlike me, I've always lived under someone else's roof.
02:24I'm afraid they'll dislike me for eating too much or asking for more.
02:29Vivian is so pitiful.
02:31She's this considering, but she still has to defend Nora.
02:34Nora's been spoiled rotten, and she's so fat her gown's about to burst.
02:37How dare she still act like some spoiled princess?
02:39Fat, mean, completely classless.
02:41What makes her worthy of Kylan?
02:43Kylan isn't blind.
02:44If he's getting married, he should choose someone graceful, class, and presentable like Vivian.
02:49Did you hear that?
02:50Even everyone else can see the truth.
02:53See what?
02:54See that you don't deserve me.
02:56His voice rose, like he'd finally found his chance.
02:59Listen carefully, Nora.
03:00My future wife cannot be a fat pig.
03:05Vivian immediately grabbed his sleeve.
03:07Kieran, stop saying.
03:09Nora will be sad.
03:12Sad?
03:13Did she ever care how I felt when she ate herself into this state?
03:18It's all my fault.
03:21If I hadn't danced tonight, no one would have compared me to Nora.
03:25She wouldn't have been humiliated.
03:26I smiled.
03:28I smiled.
03:29Nice one.
03:29She could even turn her stunning dance into my humiliation.
03:33Her words seemed to push Kieran over the edge.
03:35He suddenly pulled out a ring box.
03:37He opened it.
03:38The diamond gleamed blindingly under the lights.
03:40I knew that ring.
03:42It was supposed to be on my finger tonight.
03:44But Kieran turned and dropped to one knee before Vivian.
03:47The whole room gasped.
03:49Vivian covered her mouth, tears falling even faster.
03:52Kieran, no.
03:53We can't do this.
03:55Nora is your fiancé.
03:58I can't snatch her things.
04:00Vivian, I'm done settling for less.
04:04I won't let you settle either.
04:06You're the one I love, and you're the one I'll marry.
04:10The crowd exploded.
04:13Oh my god!
04:15Kylan proposed in public.
04:17They are such a perfect match.
04:20Vivian looked at me through her tears.
04:23Nora, don't blame Kieran.
04:24If you're angry, take it out on me.
04:28I really never meant to snatch anything from you.
04:30I didn't speak.
04:31Everyone stared at me.
04:33They waited for me to cry, to scream.
04:35They wanted me to look like discarded trash.
04:38Completely broken and hysterical.
04:40But I simply picked up the last cupcake on the table and slowly finished it.
04:44I wiped my hands and looked up at Vivian.
04:47Are you done acting?
04:49The hall went dead silent.
04:51Nora, how can you say that?
04:53I've been helping you.
04:55Helping me?
04:57Helping prove I'm fat, I eat too much, and I have a bad temper?
05:01Helping prove I don't deserve the Stirlers?
05:04I didn't mean that.
05:06Then what did you mean?
05:08She bit her lip, looking wronged every bit the victim.
05:11I just feel for you.
05:15Feel for me enough to wear the prettiest gown and dance the most stunning dance?
05:19Then cry and beg me not to hate you?
05:25Enough, Nora.
05:27Breaking the engagement was my idea.
05:29Don't drag Vivian into your mess.
05:31I picked up a glass of champagne and raised it toward them.
05:34Kirian, Vivian, a toast to you.
05:37What game are you playing now?
05:39To your blindness.
05:41And to her rotten heart.
05:43The crowd gasped.
05:44I downed the champagne and set the empty glass back on the tray.
05:48One is blind, one is rotten.
05:50A match made in heaven.
05:53I'll gladly give you my blessing.
05:56Kirian, looking at you makes me sick.
05:58With that, I gathered up my gown and turned to leave.
06:02When I reached the door, I heard Vivian crying in a hushed voice.
06:05Kirian, does Nora hate me that much?
06:08What right does she have to hate you?
06:11I paused, suddenly remembering the past five years.
06:14Vivian always said a girl's happiness comes first.
06:17She'd buy me fried chicken, cake, and pizza, smiling as she said,
06:21Nora, you are cutest when you are chubby.
06:24When I wanted to start dancing again, she'd ask with tears in her eyes.
06:28Do you think I dance better than you, so you want to compete with me?
06:32When I wanted to lose weight, she'd hug me and cry.
06:37You won't be cute if you lose weight.
06:40Don't worry about what others think.
06:41Be brave and be yourself.
06:43But she practiced ballet every morning and did Pilates every night.
06:47She weighed every bite of food down to the gram.
06:50She even went with me to choose tonight's gown.
06:52But she had the size altered two sizes smaller.
06:55It was so tight I could barely breathe.
06:57She just looked at me in the mirror and said,
06:59Nora, girls need to be chubby to break society's beauty standards.
07:04So I hadn't suddenly changed for the worse.
07:06She had slowly ruined me, all in the name of love.
07:10It was pouring rain outside.
07:12I stood at the bottom of the steps, my gown quickly soaked by the rain.
07:16Behind me stood the bright banquet hall filled with their applause, blessings, and mockery.
07:21I wiped my face, unable to tell rain from tears.
07:25Right then, a custom black luxury SUV stopped in front of me.
07:28The door opened and a man stepped out with an umbrella, stopping before me.
07:32He shielded me from the rain, his voice calm.
07:35Miss Ashford.
07:36I looked up at him, Cassian, head of the Valerius group, and the guests none could hope to reach tonight.
07:41He looked down at me and held out a handkerchief.
07:44Can you still walk?
07:47Are you here to watch the joke too, Mr. Valerius?
07:50He glanced toward the banquet hall.
07:52The joke is inside.
07:54You are not.
07:55When I got home, Kieran was already sitting on the living room sofa.
07:59Vivian leaned against him with red eyes, like I was the villain tearing them apart.
08:04I glanced at the hot tea on the table and smiled.
08:08What?
08:09Breaking the engagement wasn't enough?
08:11Did you come here for after-sales service?
08:14I came to save the Ashford's last bit of dignity.
08:17My dad shot to his feet.
08:18Kieran, you humiliated my daughter in public.
08:21How dare you set foot in the Ashford house!
08:24My mom's eyes were red and her hands trembled around mine.
08:28Don't be afraid, Nora.
08:29Mom and dad are here.
08:30Vivian immediately burst into tears.
08:33Mom, dad, please don't blame Kieran.
08:36It's all my fault.
08:38If it weren't for me, Nora wouldn't have been humiliated like this.
08:44So you know I was humiliated?
08:45She bit her lip, looking wronged, like I'd backed her into a corner.
08:49Nora, I know you hate me, but you can't force love.
08:53Kieran doesn't love you.
08:55That's not my fault.
08:57Nora, stop taking your anger out on Vivian.
09:00I made it very clear tonight.
09:02Looking like this, you don't deserve to marry into the Sterlings.
09:06Grace trembled with rage.
09:07She doesn't deserve it.
09:09Who gave you the right to treat my daughter like this?
09:11She's an Ashford.
09:13Mrs. Ashford, don't be so sure.
09:16Everyone knows Nora is fat and spoiled.
09:18If I hadn't ended this engagement, the Sterlers would have become a laughingstock sooner or later.
09:22My dad grabbed a teacup and smashed it hard onto the floor.
09:24Get out!
09:24Broken porcelain covered the floor.
09:27Vivian flinched and immediately dropped to her knees.
09:29Dad, please don't be mad.
09:30I can back out.
09:31If Nora wants him, I won't marry him.
09:33I really won't.
09:34Her shoulders shook as she cried, but her hands clung tightly to Kieran's sleeve.
09:38Kieran couldn't bear seeing her like this and pulled her to her feet.
09:41What are you saying?
09:42You are the only one I want.
09:43As for Nora, if she can't find a husband, I might give her a chance for your sake.
09:47Once she loses weight and learns to behave, she can be my mistress.
09:50The living room went quiet for a moment.
09:52My mom was furious and raised her hand to slap him, but I stopped her.
09:56Mom, don't dirty your hands.
09:58I pulled out our old engagement contract and tore it to pieces.
10:01I looked at him and said each word slowly.
10:03Starting today, whether you marry Vivian or a stray dog, it's none of our business.
10:07Nora, how can you humiliate Kieran like this?
10:10I humiliated him.
10:11He called me a fat pig and said I didn't deserve to be his wife.
10:14He even said I could be his mistress if I lost weight.
10:17Vivian, why aren't you crying and telling him to stop humiliating me?
10:20Instead, you're already rushing to feel sorry for him?
10:23Her tears hung in her eyes and she couldn't answer for a moment.
10:26Nara, don't push your luck.
10:28Neither of you has any shame, so don't talk to me about saving face.
10:31Fine.
10:32Very well.
10:33Nora, you'd better remember what you said today.
10:35Don't come crying and begging me to take you back someday.
10:38Don't worry.
10:39I watched him put an arm around Vivian and walk toward the door.
10:42When trash takes itself out, I just pop champagne.
10:45Vivian reached the door and looked back at me, her eyes red.
10:48Nora, I really hope you find happiness someday.
10:51Stop cursing me.
10:53Her face stiffened and Kieran stayed by her side as they left.
10:56The moment the door closed, my mom finally broke down crying.
11:00Vivian is such an ungrateful wretch.
11:02Her parents died and her grandma begged us on her knees to take her in.
11:06We treated her like our own and she repaid us by stealing your fiancé.
11:09My dad looked grim.
11:10So what if you don't marry him?
11:12The Ashwoods can support you.
11:13My nose stung, but I picked up a pastry and took a bite on purpose.
11:17Mom, Dad, stop crying.
11:20That man isn't worth your tears.
11:21How can you still eat?
11:23I swallowed that bite of cake and smiled.
11:25Why shouldn't I?
11:26I dumped a blind man and kicked out a backstabber.
11:29Tonight is definitely worth celebrating.
11:30But I never expected Kieran and Vivian to be even more shameless.
11:34Morning, Vivian knelt at our front door, crying and begging my parents.
11:38Uncle, Auntie, I only have the Ashfords.
11:40Please love me one last time.
11:42Let me leave here as a bride in style.
11:44Kieran stood behind her, glaring at me even more coldly than last night.
11:47Vivian knelt outside, her white dress stained with dust.
11:50Her eyes were red, like she'd been terribly wronged.
11:53She looked up at my parents.
11:54Uncle, Auntie, I know I shouldn't ask for this, but I grew up here.
11:58This is my home.
11:59Do I not even deserve to get married from my own home?
12:02My dad kept a dark face and said nothing.
12:05Mr. and Mrs. Ashford, Vivian has suffered enough.
12:08What will people say if you really throw her out?
12:10What will they say?
12:12They'll say the Ashfords raised someone who bites the hand that feeds her.
12:15And now she wants to leave her home in a wedding dress.
12:18Nora, I know you hate me, but I just want a decent wedding.
12:22I never wanted to snatch your things.
12:23Nora, I ended the engagement, and I was the one who proposed to her.
12:26Take your anger out on me.
12:28Don't take it out on Vivian.
12:30If Ashfords humiliate Vivian today, the Stirlerts won't continue working with the Ashfords.
12:35Are you threatening me?
12:37Just a reminder.
12:38Is it worth offending the Stirlings for a daughter no one wants to marry?
12:42Nora is my own daughter!
12:44Auntie, please don't be mad.
12:45It's all my fault.
12:46I shouldn't have begged you, and I'll leave right now.
12:47I can get married alone at a hotel.
12:49I never deserved a home anyway.
12:50I looked at Vivian and suddenly thought her face was made for crying.
12:53Every tear hit the softest spot in people's hearts, yet the knife always found its mark.
12:58Finally, my dad agreed with a grim face.
13:00Vivian's eyes lit up.
13:01But after the wedding, you'll have nothing to do with the Ashfords.
13:05Vivian's joy froze.
13:06Mr. Ashford, what does that mean?
13:08It means the Ashfords are giving her one last bit of dignity.
13:11Whether she becomes Mrs. Sterling or a joke, it's no longer our concern.
13:15Vivian bit her lip, tears welling up again.
13:17Nora, do you have to be so cruel?
13:19Compared to what you did, I'm being very polite.
13:21I can bear it if Uncle and Auntie let me leave the Ashfords as a bride.
13:25Kieran's heart ached for her as he helped her to her feet.
13:27Don't worry.
13:28I'll make sure everyone knows you're the one most worth marrying.
13:31I turned and went inside, too tired to watch them put on another act.
13:34But I never expected their shamelessness to go even further.
13:37Three days later, I came home.
13:39The moment I got upstairs, I heard a racket coming from my walking closet.
13:43I pushed the door open, and my face instantly turned cold.
13:46My gowns were thrown across the floor, and the shoe cabinets were a complete mess.
13:50The jewelry cabinet stood wide open, with half of it already empty.
13:54The ruby brooch my grandmother left me was pinned to Vivian's chest.
13:58A crystal ornament lay shattered on the floor.
14:00My dad bought it specially for me after I won my first dance award as a child.
14:04I stared at the mess.
14:05Who let you in?
14:07Vivian turned around from the mirror.
14:08She was wearing my satin gown.
14:10Its waist pulled tight with clips.
14:12The ruby brooch made her skin look snow white.
14:14Nora, don't be mad.
14:16Kieran said the engagement banquet can't look shabby.
14:19I need a few decent things to keep up appearances.
14:21So you came to steal mine?
14:23How can you call it stealing?
14:25We are sisters.
14:26I'm just borrowing them.
14:28Borrowing?
14:29Borrowing until you smash my things?
14:31Borrowing until you wear my grandmother's brooch?
14:34Vivian raised a hand and touched the brooch.
14:36A smug look flashed in her eyes.
14:38Kieran said this color suits me better.
14:40It's a waste to leave it with you.
14:42What else did he say?
14:44He said you won't need these things anyway.
14:47Nora, don't blame him for being harsh.
14:49He just feels sorry for me.
14:51But Kyler isn't completely heartless.
14:53He said if nobody wants to marry you after I marry him,
14:56he can keep you as a missus for my sake.
14:59As long as you lose weight, behave, and stop being so mean.
15:02My fingers slowly curled into fists.
15:04She acted like she didn't notice and continued softly.
15:07You won't be Mrs. Sterling,
15:08but at least you'll never have to worry about money.
15:11Nora, this is the last bit of dignity Kieran can give you.
15:14Don't be ungrateful.
15:15I looked at her, suddenly laughed out loud.
15:18What are you laughing at?
15:19I'm laughing at your nerve.
15:20What do you mean?
15:21You live off the Ashford, stay under our roof, and spend our money.
15:24You snatch my fiancé, rage my closet, and wear my jewelry.
15:28Now you want to use my belongings for your engagement banquet?
15:31And you even want me to be his hidden mistress.
15:34Don't make it sound so bad, I just...
15:36Just what?
15:36You've been an ungrateful wretch so long you think the world owes you?
15:40How can you humiliate me like this?
15:42I lived with the Ashfords for years.
15:44Don't I deserve a few pieces of jewelry?
15:47Deserve it?
15:48A hint of triumph appeared in Vivian's eyes.
15:50The next second, I raised my hand and slapped her heart across the face.
15:54F***ing dream on.
15:57Nora, are you crazy?
15:59Kieran rushed into the closet and shoved me aside.
16:01My lower back hit the cabinet corner.
16:03The pain blinded me.
16:05Vivian covered face and threw herself into his arms.
16:08Tears falling fast and perfectly timed.
16:10Kieran, don't blame Nora.
16:11It's my fault for touching her things.
16:13Kieran's face darkened, his heart aching for her.
16:15Why are you defending her?
16:16She's only like this because the Ashford spoiled her rotten.
16:19I gripped the cabinet door, steadied myself, and let out a cold laugh.
16:23She stole my things.
16:24I slapped her once, and somehow I'm the spoiled one.
16:27Nora, I just wanted to borrow them.
16:29So many people will be at my engagement backlit.
16:31I can't look shabby or embarrass the Sterlings.
16:33So you raided my closet, wore my brooch, took my jewelry, and smashed my trophy?
16:38I looked at the shattered crystal trophy on the floor.
16:40I won my first dance championship at 12.
16:43Dad gave me this himself.
16:44It's just a broken trophy.
16:45I'll pay for it.
16:46Can you even afford it?
16:47He scoffed as if I'd just told him a joke.
16:50Nora, don't treat your junk like treasure.
16:51Vivian will be Mrs. Sterling soon.
16:53Letting her wear your jewelry is an honor to you.
16:55An honor for me?
16:57Stealing right in front of the owner, yet acting like it's perfectly justified?
17:00The Sterlings' manner is truly eye-opening.
17:03Stop being sarcastic.
17:04The Ashford's clearly favor you.
17:06You have a whole closet, but Vivian doesn't even have decent jewelry for her engagement.
17:10She lived here for years.
17:11Doesn't she deserve a share?
17:12My mom had just reached the doorway.
17:14Heard that.
17:15Her voice trembling with anger.
17:17The Ashford's paid for everything Vivian ate, wore, and learned.
17:20She studied abroad, trained with top dance teachers, and got gowns and jewelry.
17:23What did we ever deny her?
17:25Tears clung to Vivian's lashes, and she looked like she was about to fall apart.
17:29Auntie, I know you've always been good to me, but I'm still not your real daughter.
17:33There are things I don't even dare admit I like.
17:35You didn't dare ask, so you just stole it?
17:38Nora, why must you humiliate me like this?
17:41I just wanted to look decent at my engagement banquet.
17:44My dad stood at the door.
17:45You don't steal your way to looking decent.
17:48Mr. Ashford, don't use such bad words.
17:51Vivian will be my wife.
17:53The Stirlers will give her everything then.
17:55Taking these things today is just borrowing them in advance.
17:57I took out my phone.
17:59What are you doing?
18:00Calling the cops.
18:02Vivian's face instantly went white.
18:04Kieran grabbed my wrist.
18:05Nora, don't go too far.
18:07Too far?
18:08Breaking into my closet?
18:10Damaging my private property?
18:11Taking valuable jewelry without permission?
18:13Do you know the law, Kyron?
18:15If not, I'll have my lawyer teach you.
18:16Don't call the cops, Nora, please.
18:19Today is my big day before my engagement.
18:21If you really call the cops, I won't be able to show my face again.
18:25When you stole my things, did you think about showing your face afterward?
18:29All the color drained from her face.
18:31Do you really have to ruin her?
18:33She ruined my things first.
18:34It's literally just a few pieces of jewelry.
18:37Then put them back.
18:38I shook off his hand and called my lawyer.
18:40Bring your team to the Ashford house.
18:42Take stock of all losses in my closet and collection room.
18:45File whatever cases apply and seek compensation wherever possible.
18:48Vivian lunged to grab my phone.
18:50Nora, you can't do this!
18:53Touch me again and I'll sue you for grabbing my phone too.
18:56Nora, you are truly vicious.
18:59Not as much as you two.
19:00One steals, one protects, and both lie through your teeth.
19:05My dad ordered the butler with a heavy voice.
19:07Keep everyone who entered the closet here today.
19:09Copy the security footage.
19:11Call the cops if anyone tries to leave.
19:13The stylists turned pale.
19:15They quickly put the jewelry boxes back.
19:17We are just here to work.
19:19We didn't know we weren't allowed to take these.
19:21Don't talk nonsense!
19:22I borrowed them and I'll return!
19:24How will you return this?
19:25I didn't mean to.
19:26The stylist knocked it over by accident.
19:28I played the security footage on my phone.
19:31It showed her sweeping the trophy onto the floor herself.
19:33She can't dance anymore anyway.
19:35Seeing her trophy just annoys me.
19:37The room went dead silent.
19:39Tears still hung on Vivian's face, but she couldn't cry anymore.
19:43Kieran, help me explain!
19:44I really didn't mean it!
19:46Kieran looked awful, but he still forced himself to speak.
19:49Even if she misspoke, you pushed her to it.
19:52Nora, do you have to embarrass everyone?
19:54I looked at him, suddenly found it ridiculous.
19:56Kieran, you can protect her, but don't treat me like an idiot.
20:00Now, put every single thing back.
20:02Anything broken, dirty, or damaged must be paid for.
20:05Vivian bit her lip hard and didn't move.
20:07I glanced at my lawyer's reply and said calmly,
20:10Fine, don't return them.
20:12When the cops arrive, you'll wear handcuffs to your engagement.
20:15That'll stand out more than your rubies.
20:17She trembled and could only took off the brooch and placed it in front of me.
20:20Kieran shielded her as they walked out.
20:22Nora, I will make you pay for today.
20:24Just then, my phone buzzed.
20:26A message popped up.
20:37Miss Ashford, have you decided whether you want to be Mrs. Valerius?
20:41In Cassian's car.
20:43Nora, Kieran and I are getting engaged today.
20:46Aren't you coming to see it?
20:47You almost had all this once.
20:48I answered the call and replied calmly,
20:51I have zero interest in someone else's worn-oap leftovers.
20:54There was a second of silence.
20:55Then Kieran's voice came through.
20:58Nora, being stubborn won't help you.
21:00Hiding away just proves you are a sore loser.
21:03You have a lot of free time today.
21:05Thinking about your ex on your engagement day?
21:07Aren't you afraid your girl will cry herself to death?
21:10Nora, don't misunderstand.
21:12Kieran is just worried about you.
21:13You left home alone after that night.
21:15We worried you might do something stupid.
21:17Worried about me?
21:18Worried I wouldn't watch you two act like fools?
21:21Nora.
21:22Kevin, don't be mad.
21:24Nora is hurting.
21:25It's normal for her to say ugly things.
21:27She paused.
21:28She lowered her voice just enough for me to hear.
21:31After today, I'll be the sterling daughter-in-law.
21:33She can only watch, no matter how bitter she is.
21:36I hung up the phone.
21:37The driver looked at me in the rearview mirror.
21:40Madam, the charity gala or back to the villa?
21:42Madam, I was still getting used to that title.
21:45Three days ago, I met Cassian at a cafe.
21:47He slid a marriage contract toward me.
21:50He sounded as calm as if discussing a business deal.
21:53Miss Ashford, the Stirlers want to step on you to elevate Vivian.
21:56I can give you a much higher position.
21:58Why me?
21:59He looked at me for a long time.
22:01Because I have waited for you for a long time.
22:06I didn't understand, but I signed it.
22:08Not for Kieran.
22:10Not for Vivian.
22:11I just wanted to see their faces when they realized I wasn't ruined.
22:14To the gala.
22:15At the same time, Vivian's engagement banquet was in full swing.
22:18She rode in a clear floral float around downtown.
22:21White tullel, diamonds and flowers everywhere.
22:24She wanted the whole city to see how much Kieran spoiled her.
22:27The live stream camera zoomed in on her face.
22:30Who do you want to say something to today?
22:31I want to tell Nora to let go.
22:33You can't force love.
22:36Kieran and I wish her the best.
22:37The comments flooded with sympathy.
22:39Vivian is so kind.
22:41She still speaks up for that fat, rich girl.
22:44Nora is probably crying her eyes out right now.
22:47Vivian leaned into his arms.
22:48After the party, they rushed to the Valerius charity gala.
22:51It was the first public appearance of the Valerius chairman after his wedding.
22:56Every wealthy family wanted to suck up to him.
22:58Vivian held Kieran's arm as they walked in.
23:01Kieran, I heard Nora went abroad because she was so embarrassed.
23:04Do you think she's okay?
23:07She's a fat pig.
23:09If she hangs self, she'll just break the rope.
23:11Stop worrying.
23:12Vivian, you are just too kind-hearted.
23:14Kieran should have dumped that fat pig ages ago.
23:16Marrying you proves he has great tape.
23:18Vivian looked down.
23:19She couldn't hide her smirk.
23:21Right then, the banquet hall fell completely silent.
23:24The host's voice rang out.
23:25Mr. Cassian Valerius and his wife.
23:27Everyone turned around at once.
23:29I held Cassian's arm.
23:31We walked into the spotlight.
23:33My black velvet gown hugged my curves perfectly.
23:36My grandmother's ruby brooch was pinned to my chest.
23:38It was the exact one Vivian tried to steal.
23:40I wasn't skinny like her.
23:42I looked elegant and majestic.
23:44Kieran's wine glass shook.
23:45Nora, how did you sneak in here?
23:48Cassian stopped walking.
23:50Kieran.
23:51His voice wasn't loud, but it silenced the room.
23:53This is my wife.
23:55Are you questioning my security or my taste?
23:57Kieran's face instantly went white.
23:59Vivian looked like her soul had been sucked out.
24:02Impossible.
24:03How could this fat pig be Mrs. Valerius?
24:05I just went to the restroom to touch up my lipstick.
24:08I came back to see Vivian standing in front of Cassian.
24:11She held half a glass of champagne.
24:13Her shawl rested loosely on her shoulders.
24:15It slipped down slightly to reveal her white neck.
24:18She had purposely pulled her neckline lower.
24:20Her diamond necklace rested on her skin.
24:22It sparkled under the lights.
24:24Mr. Valerius, I know I shouldn't say this, but I'm really worried about Nora.
24:28Cassian stood by the window and held a glass.
24:30Vivian took a half step forward.
24:32She was spoiled since childhood, so she has a bad temper.
24:35I'm happy you are protecting her today.
24:38But I'm afraid...
24:39She stopped, acting like she couldn't bear to finish.
24:42Afraid of what?
24:43Vivian's eyes lit up.
24:45I'm afraid she married you on impulse just to spite us.
24:48She always does shocking things to prove she didn't lose.
24:51She lowered her lashes and touched her shawl, but left it loose.
24:54I'm not saying she's bad.
24:56She's just too insecure.
24:57She snaps whenever someone mentions her weight.
25:00She used to throw tantrums at me about this all the time.
25:03Cassian didn't reply.
25:05Vivian leaned a little closer.
25:07Mr. Valerius, a good man like you shouldn't be tricked.
25:10She looks glamorous now, but she still loves Chiron.
25:13She just couldn't handle being dumped and losing to me.
25:16Her tears fell at the perfect moment.
25:18I don't want to ruin your marriage.
25:19I just don't want you to regret it.
25:21Cassian looked from her face to her slipped shawl.
25:24Are you cold?
25:25Vivian froze.
25:26A layer of surprise quickly filled her eyes.
25:28Her breathing grew lighter.
25:30Mr. Valerius, I'm not cold.
25:33Maybe I just drank too much.
25:34I'm a little dizzy.
25:35She leaned toward Cassian.
25:36The next second, Cassian draped his jacket over my shoulders.
25:39He wrapped it around me.
25:41His tone was gentle.
25:42You were gone so long.
25:44You should wear more.
25:45Vivian finally realized his words were never meant for her.
25:48The head of the Valerius group finally looked at her.
25:51What were you just saying?
25:52Repeat it in front of my wife.
25:53Vivian bit her lip.
25:54She couldn't say a single word.
25:56Why did you stop talking?
25:57Didn't you say the Ashford starved you and treated you badly?
26:00I pulled out an itemized invoice of her expenses over the years.
26:04Tuition, dance classes, nutritionists, etiquette coaches, therapy, study tours, custom gowns,
26:10jewelry, and art auctions.
26:11Every single expense was clearly listed.
26:14Your ballet teacher was the most expensive in the industry.
26:17Your monthly training cost more than my snacks for a whole year.
26:20You said we starved you, but you chose to eat dry salads and pushed cake to me.
26:24You said I stole from you.
26:26Look at the jewelry you are wearing.
26:27Which piece wasn't bought by the Ashfords?
26:29Vivian's face was as white as paper.
26:31She forced herself to speak.
26:33They bought these just to look generous to outsiders.
26:36At the end of the day, I was just a charity case.
26:39Since you deny our kindness, then pay us back.
26:42Nora, do you have to put a price tag on our sisterhood?
26:45Didn't you say we mistreated you?
26:46If it was mistreatment, doesn't this dirty money disgust you?
26:49Her face stiffened.
26:50I handed the invoice to my lawyer.
26:52The lawyer stepped forward.
26:54He spoke clearly.
26:55Miss Vivian's expenses for education, medical, clothing, jewelry, and private lessons.
26:59The total amount is...
27:00The crowd gasped when they heard the final number.
27:03That's impossible.
27:04Since you care so much, why don't you pay for her?
27:06Kieran, don't listen to her.
27:07She just wants to humiliate me.
27:09They gave me those things willingly.
27:10I didn't force them.
27:11Yes, we raised you willingly.
27:13That doesn't mean you can bite us.
27:15Vivian, taking our money isn't the most disgusting part.
27:17It's taking it while playing the victim.
27:19She turned as pale as a ghost.
27:22Enough.
27:23You have no right to push her like this.
27:24And you do?
27:26Kieran choked on his words.
27:27Give the restitution agreement to him.
27:30Cassian, what is the meaning of this?
27:32Don't you love her?
27:33Sign it and pay her debt.
27:35Everyone stared at Kieran.
27:36Kieran?
27:38Kieran gritted his teeth.
27:39He finally signed the paper.
27:41I took the agreement.
27:43True love is expensive indeed.
27:45The next second, Cassian held my hand.
27:48Notify the team.
27:48Suspend all cooperation with the Sterling family.
27:51Kieran jerked his head up.
27:53Vivian froze completely.
27:55From this moment on, the Valerius group will not work with the Sterlings.
27:59Cassian held my hand and we walked away.
28:01Kieran got a call from his father the very next second.
28:04What the hell did you do at the gala?
28:06The Valerius group cut all ties with us.
28:08The banks are re-evaluating our credit.
28:11Apologize to Mr. Valerius right now.
28:12All the color drained from Kieran's face.
28:15Dad, I can explain.
28:16Explain what?
28:17You ruined our biggest project for a woman.
28:20Beg for his mercy right now or kiss your inheritance goodbye.
28:24The call ended.
28:25Kieran stood there.
28:27He looked like he had been slapped in public.
28:29Vivian panicked.
28:31Kieran, everything will be fine, right?
28:34You said you would protect me.
28:39Protect you?
28:41Do you know how long we prepared for this project?
28:45Kieran, how can you blame me?
28:48Nora and Cassian are the ones bullying us!
28:52If you hadn't messed with Nora, would this have happened?
28:57Are you regretting it now?
28:59Kieran didn't answer, but his silence was the answer.
29:02Vivian clearly understood his hesitation.
29:04Her fragile act crumbled.
29:08Kieran, don't forget you proposed to me in front of everyone.
29:13Now that things went wrong, you want to throw me away?
29:19Let me tell you, no way.
29:22I will die as the Sterling daughter-in-law.
29:26Half a month later, Kieran stopped me at a charity dinner.
29:32Nora, do you really have to push the Sterlers to death?
29:37What does your death have to do with me?
29:40My dad wouldn't have killed my project if Cassian hadn't pulled out.
29:46My mom blamed everything on me.
29:49Did you forget?
29:51You were the one who signed to pay her debt.
29:56You were the one who offended Cassia.
29:59I was tricked by her.
30:02Nora, I finally know she was just using me.
30:06She purposely talked bad about you and seduced me.
30:10I was just blinded by her.
30:13I looked at him.
30:15I found it hilarious.
30:16Blinded into what?
30:19Blinded into calling me a fat pig?
30:23Blinded into saying I didn't deserve to be your wife?
30:26Or blinded into offering to keep me as a mistress?
30:29Kieran couldn't speak.
30:30I turned to leave.
30:31Kieran stepped forward to grab me.
30:33Before his hand could touch me,
30:35Cassian punched him in the face.
30:37Keep your dirty hands off my wife.
30:39My heart skipped a beat.
30:40He draped his suit jacket over my shoulders.
30:43He led me out.
30:44Kieran held his bleeding lip.
30:47What is so good about her?
30:49She was fat.
30:50She was dumped.
30:52Everyone laughed at her.
30:53You can have any woman you want.
30:55Why her?
30:57Cassian held my hand tightly and walked away.
30:59Sitting in the car,
31:00he placed some warm cinnamon rolls in my hand.
31:03Your favorite.
31:04Still warm.
31:06I looked at the cinnamon rolls in silence.
31:08Then I asked the question.
31:09I'm chubby.
31:10Everyone laughed at me.
31:12Why did you marry me?
31:14Because I truly love you.
31:18Many years ago,
31:19a little girl ran up to my wheelchair.
31:21She held a box of warm cinnamon rolls
31:23and insisted on sharing.
31:25A blurry summer memory slowly became clear.
31:28Tree shadows,
31:29cinnamon rolls,
31:30and a quiet,
31:31pale little boy.
31:32My legs were hurt back then.
31:34My parents were too busy to visit.
31:37Some kids called me a sick freak
31:38who would never walk again.
31:41You ran over with your cinnamon rolls
31:43and stood in front of me.
31:45You fiercely said you would sit on anyone who laughed at me.
31:48A blurry image flashed through my mind.
31:50Cassian held my hand.
31:52His palm was very hot.
31:54Later,
31:54you gave me the last cinnamon roast.
31:57You said I was too skinny and needed to eat more.
32:00You also asked me if you were too fat.
32:03I thought to myself back then,
32:05she isn't fat at all.
32:07She is just very warm.
32:09My heart felt like it was gently struck.
32:11Cassian leaned closer.
32:13He tightened the jacket around my shoulders.
32:15The contract was fake.
32:16Wanting to marry you was real.
32:19Nora,
32:20I have liked you for a very long time.
32:23The Sterling family was already in ruins.
32:25A Valerius group pulled their funding.
32:27Banks called in their loans.
32:28Ciaran was publicly grilled by his family board.
32:31His core projects were given to his cousin.
32:34His mother cursed Vivian in front of the whole family.
32:37You jinx!
32:38Ciaran lost his inheritance because of you!
32:41Mom,
32:42I can beg Nora to spare us!
32:44You still have the nerve to mention her?
32:47Ciaran wouldn't have offended Cassian
32:49if you hadn't stolen her fiancé!
32:51Vivian bit her lip.
32:52She couldn't say another word.
32:54Ciaran sat nearby.
32:55He watched coldly without defending her at all.
32:57Nora,
32:58I will get everything back
32:59once you disappear.
33:01Vivian started to lose her mind.
33:03She believed she deserved to be loved
33:05because she was so disciplined.
33:07She had tried so hard to please everyone since childhood.
33:10Why did Nora get to be loved by Cassian?
33:12Nora was chubby and had been dumped.
33:14It wasn't fair.
33:15She wasn't willing to accept it.
33:17She contacted a fired Sterling driver
33:19and hired some local thugs.
33:21She knew my weakness best.
33:22My parents.
33:23She spent all night planning what she thought was a perfect crime.
33:26I got a frantic call that day.
33:28Miss Ashford.
33:29Miss Ashford, your mother fainted at an abandoned studio.
33:32Come quickly!
33:33By the time I arrived,
33:34the call wouldn't go through anymore.
33:36The studio was empty.
33:38It smelled faintly of rust.
33:39I turned to leave.
33:40A hand covered my mouth and nose.
33:42When I woke up,
33:43I was tied to a chair.
33:44Thick ropes bound my hands and feet.
33:46My wrists were bleeding.
33:48Vivian stood in front of me.
33:49She wore a white dress.
33:51Her makeup was perfect,
33:52but her eyes burned with crazy hellfire.
33:55Nora,
33:56you finally fell into my hands.
33:58You are crazy.
34:00I am crazy.
34:03Do you know what I hate most about you?
34:05Not that you are chubby.
34:07Not that you are stupid.
34:09It's that you don't have to do anything to be loved.
34:12I danced for 20 years.
34:14I tried so hard to be pretty.
34:17I tried to please everyone.
34:18I climbed so desperately.
34:20Why does everyone want you and not me?
34:24Cassian?
34:25Why didn't Cassian even look at me?
34:27Why does he love that chubby little kid you used to be?
34:32Vivian, no one took your things.
34:35You ruined everything yourself.
34:37Shut up!
34:38She shook with anger and pulled out her phone.
34:41She pressed a knife to my shoulder and started recording.
34:44Cassian, listen carefully.
34:46Come alone.
34:47No cops.
34:49No bodyguards.
34:50Stop attacking the Steelers and publicly divorce Nora.
34:55Or I will kill her.
34:57I quietly pressed the recording pen hidden in my cuff.
35:00My wedding ring was still on my finger.
35:01She took my phone.
35:02She didn't know about the tracker in my ring.
35:04The sound of a car suddenly came from outside.
35:07Cassian pushed the door open.
35:08He wore the black coat I picked for him.
35:10He stood in the doorway against the light.
35:12He put his phone down,
35:13unbuttoned his coat and walked forward.
35:15Vivian immediately pressed the knife harder against me.
35:18Don't come any closer.
35:21Let her go.
35:24I said, let her go.
35:27Don't you love her?
35:28Then get on your knees and beg me!
35:30Cassian, don't listen to her.
35:32Don't be afraid.
35:33My eyes burned with tears at those three words.
35:36A flash of twisted joy crossed Vivian's eyes.
35:39Neil, don't you love her, Cassian?
35:42Neil, and I will let her go.
35:43Cassian didn't look at her.
35:44He only looked at me.
35:46Then, he slowly bent one knee.
35:47My throat felt completely blocked.
35:49My eyes instantly turned red.
35:51Cassian, no.
35:52Don't be afraid.
35:54Vivian laughed out loud.
35:55Her hand holding the knife kept shaking.
35:57But the hatred in her eyes was colder than the blade.
36:00Nora, do you know what I hate most about you?
36:02I was tied to the chair.
36:04My wrists were bleeding.
36:05I didn't dare to move.
36:06I kissed my shoulder.
36:07She could cut my flesh with just a little pressure.
36:11Hate what?
36:13I hate that you are loved for doing absolutely nothing.
36:16She crouched in front of me.
36:18Her makeup was ruined.
36:19Her eyes were blood red.
36:20You were the real daughter.
36:22They gave you the best of everything.
36:23You were chubby.
36:24They said you were cute.
36:26You threw tantrums.
36:27They said you were innocent.
36:28You cry and everyone revolves around you.
36:30What about me?
36:32I woke up at five to practice ballet.
36:34I only dared to eat a few leaves of lettuce.
36:36I practiced my smile, my posture, and my tone of voice.
36:39I worked so hard.
36:40Why am I still worse than you?
36:41No one asked you to live like that.
36:44What do you know?
36:45Of course you don't understand.
36:46You were born with everything.
36:47It's so easy for you to say that.
36:48If I don't try to be likable, no one will look at me.
36:51If I'm not pretty, obedient, and gentle,
36:53I'll always just be the charity case.
36:55She cried harder.
36:56She completely lost control.
36:58But why?
37:00I tried so hard to be perfect.
37:02Kieran didn't want me.
37:03The Ashfords didn't want me.
37:04Even Cassian didn't give me a single look.
37:06Why does he love you?
37:08You were chubby.
37:09You were dumped.
37:10People laughed at you.
37:11What gives you the right?
37:12My throat tightened, but I kept looking at her.
37:15Vivian, you can't steal love.
37:17She looked like those words physically stabbed her.
37:19Her eyes instantly turned vicious.
37:22Shut up!
37:22She raised her hand and...
37:23Cassian's face turned terrifyingly cold.
37:26Vivian, hurt her again and you won't even get the chance to regret it.
37:30Vivian flinched at his gaze.
37:32Then she laughed crazily again.
37:33Are you threatening me?
37:35I have her right here!
37:36You love her, right?
37:38Then sign this.
37:39She grabbed a prepared statement from the table.
37:41She threw it in front of Cassian.
37:42Sign it.
37:43Sign that you are divorcing Nora.
37:45Sign that she shamelessly seduced you.
37:47Cassian picked up the pen.
37:48My heart clenched tightly.
37:49Hear that, Nora?
37:51He's going to sign it.
37:53Did you think you were special?
37:55Men always choose themselves when it's time to pay the price.
38:00Cassian placed the pen on the paper, but he didn't write.
38:02A loud crash suddenly came from outside.
38:04Vivian instinctively looked toward the door.
38:06That was the exact moment.
38:08Cassian lunged forward.
38:09He grabbed her wrist and twisted it hard.
38:10The knife clattered to the floor.
38:12Vivian let out agonizing scream.
38:13At the exact same time, the studio doors were smashed open.
38:16Police!
38:17Freeze!
38:17The thugs hiding in the corners were pinned down instantly.
38:20Vivian was pressed against the floor.
38:22Cassian untied my ropes.
38:23His fingers trembled when he touched the bloody marks on my wrists.
38:26He pulled me into his arms.
38:30Does it hurt?
38:31I wanted to say it didn't hurt.
38:32But tears fell before I could even open my mouth.
38:35It hurts.
38:36I'm sorry.
38:38I didn't protect you well enough.
38:40I leaned against his chest.
38:41I heard his violent heartbeat.
38:43Vivian was still screaming as the cops handcuffed her.
38:45Cassian, you can't do this to me.
38:48I just loved you too much.
38:49I just wanted to be loved.
38:50Cassian looked at her coldly.
38:52You didn't want to be loved.
38:54You just couldn't stand seeing someone else be loved.
38:56The cops dragged her away.
38:57She suddenly looked back at me.
38:59Nora, I will never let you go.
39:01Worry about getting out of jail first, Vivian.
39:03She was taken away.
39:04The recording pen hidden in my cuff captured everything.
39:07She admitted to kidnapping, hiring thugs, extortion, and death threats.
39:11That, along with the security footage and the driver's confession, sealed her fate.
39:15The Sterlings didn't escape either.
39:17Cassian found out they knew about her kidnapping plan all along.
39:20Kieran didn't do it himself, but he let the driver help her.
39:23He wanted to use this to force Cassian to back down.
39:25The news broke out.
39:26The Sterling stocks crashed.
39:28Banks cut their loans.
39:29Partners canceled contracts overnight.
39:31The Sterling family went completely bankrupt.
39:33Kieran came to the hospital to look for me once.
39:35He stood at the door.
39:36He no longer looked like the arrogant heir he used to be.
39:39Nora, I was wrong.
39:40I sat on the bed.
39:41My wrists were still bandaged.
39:43Get out.
39:43I never want to see you again.
39:46Kieran instinctively took a step forward.
39:48Take one more step toward my wife.
39:49I will make sure your family's final liquidation is extremely ugly.
39:53Kieran froze in place.
39:54His face was deadly pale.
39:56That was the last time I saw him.
39:57I heard he was kicked out of the family later.
39:59He carried all their debts and a ruined reputation.
40:02As for Vivian, she cried in the detention center, begging to see my parents.
40:05The cold light hit her face.
40:07Her makeup was long gone.
40:08She banged on the iron door until her knuckles turned red.
40:11I want to see the Ashburns!
40:12Let me see them!
40:13I am their daughter!
40:14They won't abandon me!
40:16But my parents never came.
40:17The only message she received was a cold sentence.
40:20The Ashburns do not have a daughter like you.
40:23The media moved even faster.
40:25Her true background was completely exposed that night.
40:28Her real parents weren't ruined old friends of our family.
40:30They were just a pair of con artists who ran away with stolen money.
40:34A few months later, Cassian and I had our wedding.
40:36The dressing room was filled with white tulla and roses.
40:38I stood in front of the mirror in my custom gown.
40:41My fingertips gently brushed my waistline.
40:44The satin was smooth and cool, but it couldn't fully suppress my old insecurities.
40:48I still wasn't skinny like Vivian.
40:50The girl in the mirror still wasn't a standard thin beauty.
40:53Cassian hugged me from behind.
40:54His warm palms covered my hands.
40:56What are you thinking about?
40:58Do you really not mind?
40:59Mind what?
41:00My body shape.
41:02I mind people saying I don't deserve you.
41:05Cassian leaned down.
41:06He kissed the side of my ear.
41:08They don't get a say.
41:12The wedding began.
41:13The lights hit the end of the red carpet.
41:15All the guests were looking at us.
41:16The officiant asked if he would take me as his wife.
41:19Cassian didn't answer immediately.
41:21My heart clenched tightly, but he took the microphone, looked at the crowd.
41:24I know many people have talked about Nora.
41:26They said she was chubby, was dumped.
41:28They said she wasn't decent enough, didn't deserve anyone.
41:32The whole room was dead silent.
41:33He held my hand tightly.
41:35But I love her because she is Nora.
41:37Whether she is chubby or skinny.
41:39Whether she is glamorous or a mess.
41:41Whether she is praised or laughed at.
41:43She is the only one I want to marry.
41:48Don't cry, Mrs. Valerius.
41:51After today, no one will ever make you feel unworthy of love.
41:54The applause erupted.
41:55That broken engagement was not my shame.
41:57It was a door opened by fate.
41:59At the end of that door was a man.
42:01He had been waiting for me for a very long time.
42:03He held my hand and spoke to me.
42:06Nora, I finally married you.
42:08I knew she didn't believe you.
42:09You believe I knew she knew I was going to Robin Hypos uhmjong unosェ� Bottogos.
42:10But I knew she had to be a girl depuis NRJ.
42:11I knew she could, And that's a dear girl wife.
42:11But he grew up.
42:11It got to be her sister in that house.
42:11I knew she did not like a girl until the house is a girl with her in the house.
42:11You